Salamander
Salamander is a genuinely dark Green from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 29 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#2F3E3E
LRV
5.72
Salamander in Real Rooms
Salamander has a low LRV of 5.72 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, kitchen cabinets, bedroom, bathroom, house, misc, dining room and home office.
5 Living Room Photos
Salamander provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Living Room
@thecolorconcierge
2050-10 Living Room
@culoramegreen
Salamander Living Room Accent Wall
@jepiscopo.coaching
2050-10 Living Room
@florencepaigedesign
Salamander Living Room
@dopaminex_leafs
5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Salamander interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
2050-10 Kitchen Cabinets
@clairelewisdesigns
Benjamin Moore Salamander Kitchen Cabinets
@cypriere.diy
Bm Salamander Kitchen Cabinets
@cypriere.diy
2050-10 Kitchen Cabinets
@crown_cabinet
Bm Salamander Kitchen Cabinets
@mfoxinteriordesign
6 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Salamander is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Bm Salamander Bedroom
@hildebrant_fam
4 Bathroom Photos
The psychology of Salamander in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
2050-10 Bathroom
@renovationsells
Salamander Bathroom
@maxinesheppard
Salamander Bathroom
@culoramegreen
Benjamin Moore Salamander Bathroom
@kelligypsymarketsoul
2 House Photos
On the exterior, Salamander holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.
Salamander Exterior
@meganfeeley
Salamander House Exterior
@davidbeil
5 Misc Photos
Salamander shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Bm Salamander Wall Paint
@dopaminex_leafs
Accent Wall
@culoramegreen
2050-10 Wall Paint
@maxinesheppard
Bm Salamander Painted Furniture
@ivylane.interiors
2050-10 Painted Dresser
@duly_restored
1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Salamander is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
Benjamin Moore Salamander Dining Room
@lamaisonmcgehee
1 Home Office Photo
In a workspace, Salamander helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
Salamander Home Office
@jglightdesign
